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Integrate Your Care! PodcastA Patient's Journey: Overcoming Barriers to Mental Health SupportIn this heartfelt episode of Integrate Your Care!, we shift perspectives to hear directly from a patient navigating the mental health services at Central Brampton Family Health Team. Through an open and honest conversation, our guest shares their journey of recognizing the need for help, overcoming the apprehension of starting therapy, and the transformative power of professional support Key highlights include:* Breaking down the stigma of seeking mental health care.* Insights into the therapeutic process and how personalized care fosters trust and growth.* The value of integrated, team-based care in simplifying access and...2024-11-1925 min
Changing The Way We Work (COVID-19) Community of PracticeInfectious Disease & Diabetes PharmacotherapyListen to this session, as our panel provides a brief overview on circulating infectious diseases. They also review practical tips on diabetes management and delve into evidence-based guidelines regarding pharmacotherapy. Panelists: Dr. Daniel Warshafsky, Associate Chief Medical Officer of Health at the Office of the Chief Medical Officer of Health, Toronto, ON Dr. Gihane Zarifa, Diabetes Chronic Disease Management Lead, Credit Valley FHT, Toronto, ON Host: Dr. Jobin Varughese, OCFP President, Family Physician, Interim Assistant Dean of Primary Care Education for the School of Medicine at Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU), Brampton, ON Moderator:2024-11-151h 16
Integrate Your Care! PodcastVoices of Change: Insights from AFHTO 2024 on the Future of Primary HealthcareWelcome to a special episode of Integrate Your Care!, where we bring you directly into the heart of the AFHTO 2024 conference. Join our host Esi as we compile 15 enlightening interviews with pioneers across the healthcare spectrum- clinicians, executives, health law experts, innovators, and industry professionals- all sharing their unique perspectives on the challenges and innovations shaping primary healthcare in Ontario.Whether you’re a healthcare professional, policymakers, or someone passionate about the wellbeing of your community, this episode offers a wealth of knowledge and glimpse into the collaborative efforts propelling us toward a more integrated and effective he...2024-11-141h 03
Integrate Your Care! PodcastFrom Data to Patient Care: Transforming Healthcare Through Technology with Dr. Darren LarsenIn this episode of Integrate Your Care!, we dive deep into the transformative power of technology in healthcare with Dr. Darren Larsen, a seasoned physician, educator, and health technology innovator. With over three decades of experience, Dr. Larsen shares how integrating advanced technologies can enhance patient care, streamline clinical workflows, and drive meaningful quality improvements across the healthcare industry.Listeners will explore the critical role of health information technology in today's medical landscape. Dr. Larsen discusses the seamless incorporation of technology into everyday practice, the challenges of achieving true interoperability among systems, and the supportive role of...2024-11-0758 min
Integrate Your Care! PodcastEmpowering Primary Care with Academic Detailing: A Conversation with Sachin DuggalIn this episode of Integrate Your Care!, we sit down with Sachin Duggal, a clinical pharmacists, consultant, and educator, to explore the powerful role of academic detailing in improving patient care. Sachin explains how this educational outreach service empowers healthcare providers- especially family doctors and nurse practitioners-by delivering the latest evidence-based information on medication management and therapeutic care. Listeners will gain insight into how academic detailing supports clinicians in applying complex medical research to real-world patient care. Sachin shares his experiences working with primary care providers to tackle issues like polypharmacy, opioid tapering, and medication safety, all...2024-10-1629 min
Integrate Your Care! PodcastEmpowering Primary Care with Academic Detailing: A Conversation with Sachin DuggalIn this episode of Integrate Your Care, we sit down with Sachin Duggal, a clinical pharmacist, consultant, and educator from the Centre of Effective Practice (CEP), to explore the impact of academic detailing on primary care. Sachin shares how this innovative educational outreach service equips healthcare providers with the latest evidence-based information, empowering them to improve patient care through better medication management and clinical decision-making. Listeners will learn how academic detailing provides personalized, unbiased guidance to physicians and nurse practitioners- bridging the gap between complex research and practical solutions for everyday patient care. Sachin discusses common healthcare...2024-10-1529 min
Integrate Your Care! PodcastAddressing Ontario's Family Doctor Shortage: A Conversation with Dr. Jobin VarugheseIn this episode of Integrate Your Care, we welcome Dr. Jobin Varughese, a dedicated family physician, to discuss Ontario’s ongoing family doctor shortage and its impact on healthcare in Brampton and beyond. As a passionate advocate for the profession, Dr. Varughese shares his insights on navigating post-pandemic healthcare challenges, addressing capacity issues, and the growing administrative burdens faced by physicians.Listeners will learn about the root causes of the physician shortage, the challenges of rushed patient interactions, and the structural changes needed to improve healthcare delivery. Dr. Varughese discusses the essential role family doctors play in bu...2024-10-1529 min
Integrate Your Care! PodcastRevolutionizing Healthcare: Dr. Shane Teper on AI and Task AutomationIn this episode of Integrate Your Care!, we sit down with Dr. Shane Teper, a Brampton-based family physician and chair of the Queen Square Family Health Team and Queen Square Doctors, to explore how artificial intelligence (AI) and task automation are transforming patient care in Brampton, Ontario, and beyond. Dr. Teper, who also serves as co-chair of the Central West Ontario Health Team, shares how AI is enhancing administrative workflows and improving communication between healthcare providers and patients through various innovations. Listeners get to hear how these technologies are already improving task completion, reducing wait times, and...2024-10-0830 min
Integrate Your Care! PodcastIntegrating Care: Dr. Nadine Manson on Family Medicine, Obstetrics and Breastfeeding SupportIn this episode of Integrate Your Care!, we sit down with Dr. Nadine Manson, a physician at Central Brampton Family Health Team and the lead of the Doctors Breastfeeding Clinic. Dr. Manson shares insights into her unique practice, which blends family medicine, obstetrics, and breastfeeding support. She discusses how doctors fit into the integrated care model and the benefits of a multidisciplinary approach to patient care. Listeners will learn about the difference between low-risk obstetrics care provided by family doctors and the care offered by specialists, as well as how the Family Health Team model has evolved...2024-09-2519 min
Integrate Your Care! PodcastNurse Practitioners and Doctors: Understanding the Unique Role of NPs in Primary CareIn this episode of Integrate Your Care!, we sit down with Maria, a nurse practitioner at the Central Brampton Family Health Team, to discuss her integral role in providing primary and preventative care. Maria shares her experience working with a multidisciplinary team to deliver patient-centered healthcare, focusing on her leadership in the Seniors Wellness Program, which includes cognitive testing, fall prevention, and chronic disease management. Listeners will gain insights into how nurse practitioners differ from physicians in their approach, the advantages of a team-based healthcare model, and the unique role nurse practitioners play in delivering comprehensive care...2024-09-2515 min
Integrate Your Care! PodcastNavigating the Healthcare SystemIn this episode of Integrate Your Care!, we sit down with Heather, the health navigator at Central Brampton Family Health Team, to explore her vital role in connecting patients with resources and services beyond the clinic’s scope. Heather shares how she helps patients access specialty care, financial aid, long-term care, and more by navigating the often-complex healthcare system. Listeners will gain insights into how health navigation supports integrated care, bridges gap between medical and social services, and empowers patients to receive the right care at the right time. Heather also discusses real-world examples. including helping seniors ac...2024-09-2416 min
Integrate Your Care! PodcastThe Role of Social Work in Integrated CareIn this episode of Integrate Your Care!, we sit down with Andrea, a down with Andrea, an exceptional social worker from the Central Brampton Family Health Team. Andrea shares her insights on how social work fits into the integrated care model, emphasizing the importance of a multidisciplinary approach to supporting patients’ mental health. Through her extensive experience, Andrea explains how collaboration between social workers, physicians, nurses, dietitians, and other healthcare professionals can provide comprehensive care tailored to each patient’s unique needs. She walks us through real-life examples of how patients benefit from this holistic model, including ment...2024-09-2419 min
Integrate Your Care! PodcastThe Queen Square Gender Affirming Care ProgramIn this episode of “Integrate Your Care”, we sit down with three key members of the Queen Square Family Health Team’s Gender Affirming Care Program. We’re joined by Erin, the Nurse Practitioner Lead, Vivian, a Registered Social Worker, and Tayyaba, Manage of Nursing Services and Clinical Pharmacist, to explore the holistic and personalized care they provide to transgender and non-binary individuals. This episode highlights the comprehensive support system offered by the program, covering medical, surgical, and social transitions, as well as any mental health challenges that may be faced. The team shares insights into the barriers...2024-09-0538 min
Integrate Your Care! PodcastKeith ChungIn this episode, we sit down with Keith Chung, Director of Magenta Health Primary Care Network and co-founder of Chime Technology. Keith shares his journey from law to healthcare, where he now focuses on improving healthcare efficiency and patient experience through technology. We explore how Magenta Health integrates cutting-edge tools like Chime, an innovative patient orchestration system, to streamline clinic operations and enhance patient care. Keith discusses the critical role of technology in managing patient care effectively while emphasizing the importance of maintaining the human touch in healthcare. He also shares his personal connection to healthcare innovation inspired by...2024-08-2735 min
Integrate Your Care! PodcastDr. Brian McKennaIn this episode, we sit down with Dr. Brian McKenna, the Lead Physician at the Hamilton Family Health Team, and discuss his extensive efforts to improve access to care in the Hamilton community. Dr. McKenna shares insights into how his team, which serves nearly 300,000 patients across multiple sites, is tackling the challenge of unattached patients and addressing significant community health needs. We explore the innovative approaches being implemented, including the establishment of a new clinic in a high-speed area and the integration of primary care services into community centers. Dr. McKenna also discusses the importance of co-location for high-functioning...2024-08-2731 min
Integrate Your Care! PodcastAdvanced Care PlanningJoin us in this episode as we dive into the vital topic of Advanced Care Planning (ACP) in Ontario, with insights from Patient Navigator, Heather Griffin, a Registered Practical Nurse at the Central Brampton Family Health Team. We discuss the importance of ACP conversations with your physician, family, and friends to ensure your values, wishes, and beliefs are respected if you can’t speak for yourself. Learn about selecting a Substitute Decision Maker (SDM) and the hierarchy that determines who can make decisions on your behalf. Discover how proactive planning can ease family tensions and provide clarity during critical ti...2024-08-0226 min
Integrate Your Care! PodcastWhat is a Family Health Team?Episode 1: "What is a Family Health Team?" , where we delve in to what team-based care is, and what it looks like in practice, from the perspective of various clinical disciplines. A special thanks to our host Matthew Fedsin our guests Dr. Nadine Manson, who shares the physician's view on team-based care, NP, Maria Ferrara, who discusses the nurse practitioner's role in an integrated care team, Nurse Patient Navigator Heather Griffin, who highlights the patient navigation benefits, and MSW, Andrea Wilson, who explains the social work perspective. Each guest offers unique insights into the benefits of integrated team-based care. 2024-07-0933 min